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Giant lithiasis in a female urethral diverticulum
Alvaro Gómez Gallo1, Juan Pablo Valdevenito Sepúlveda, Marcelo San Martín Montes
1Department of Urology, University of Chile Clinic Hospital, Santiago, Chile. alvarogomezgallo@yahoo.com <alvarogomezgallo@yahoo.com>
European Urology
|April 25, 2006
Summary
Gallstones in a urethral diverticulum are rare, typically affecting males. This case highlights a successful vaginal extraction of a gallstone from a woman's urethral diverticulum, addressing recurrent infections and pain.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Gynecology
- Radiology
Background:
- Urethral diverticula are rare, with gallstone formation being an even rarer complication.
- This condition is predominantly observed in male patients.
Observation:
- A 50-year-old woman presented with a hard vaginal mass, dyspareunia, and recurrent urinary tract infections.
- Radiological imaging and photoendoscopic visualization revealed a gallstone within the urethral diverticulum.
Findings:
- The case details the successful surgical management of a urethral diverticulum containing a gallstone.
- Vaginal approach allowed for successful local extraction of the gallstone.
Implications:
- This case expands the understanding of urethral diverticulum complications, particularly in females.
- It underscores the importance of considering rare diagnoses in complex urogenital presentations.
- Successful vaginal extraction offers a minimally invasive treatment option for this rare condition.